You Might Not Be Able To Bring Your MacBook Pro On An Airplane Now And Here's Why

If you're a MacBook laptop user, we may have some sad news for you. The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered the ban of specific MacBook Pro models because of possible dangers due to their battery packs, USA Today reported.

This isn't the first time that Apple laptops have been prohibited from aircrafts. Some 15-inch MacBook Pros have already been recalled for the same reason. These older generation Apple computers have battery packs that are not up-to-date and could overheat which then may lead to smoke and fire on an airplane.

The FAA only forbid 15-inch MacBook models specifically that were sold between September 2015 and February 2017 in June of this year, according toUSA Today. So =if you have a MacBook that is not of that size or purchased after February 2017, you'll still be able to pack your laptop without coming across any trouble with TSA.

Anadolu AgencyGetty Images

This ban is following the FAA PackSafe regulations that clearly state: “If a product that is dangerous goods or that contains a dangerous goods component (e.g., battery) is subject to a safety recall related to the dangerous goods, it must not be carried aboard an aircraft or in baggage unless the recalled product/component has been replaced or repaired or otherwise made safe per manufacturer/vendor instructions.”

Because of this recent stoppage, Apple is working on replacing all affected models with newer batteries that abide by FAA and TSA regulations. If you are one who needs to get a battery pack upgrade, you can get that done at any Apple retailer or Apple store free of charge.

Megan UyEditorial AssistantMegan is the Editorial Fellow at Cosmo where she covers fashion, beauty, and pop culture.

This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io

This commenting section is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page. You may be able to find more information on their web site.

A Part of Hearst Digital Media
House Beautiful participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites.